Lipstick Bomb Threat Forces IndiGo Flight to Emergency Landing in Kolkata
Lipstick Bomb Threat Forces IndiGo Flight to Emergency Landing in Kolkata
An IndiGo flight from Dibrugarh to Kolkata was diverted after a bomb threat note, reportedly written with lipstick, was found in the washroom. Passengers deboarded as security checks began in Kolkata.
An IndiGo plane traveling from Dibrugarh to Kolkata was forced into an emergency landing after a bomb threat note was found in the washroom, reportedly written with lipstick. The aircraft touched down in Kolkata and was moved to the isolation bay as security checks began. All passengers were deboarded as protocols were followed and investigators started examining the message for details.
The flight, IndiGo 6E6894 (A-320), landed safely at 7:37 pm. Authorities conducted a full security sweep of the aircraft, and dedicated teams inspected the cabin before giving clearance. The incident adds to a day of heightened vigilance at Indian airports, where staff are trained to evacuate and isolate planes at the first sign of danger.
Earlier in the day, a separate IndiGo flight scheduled to depart Kolkata for Shillong had a bomb-threat note scribbled on paper found inside the cabin during boarding. Passengers were deboarded and the plane moved to the isolation bay for checks before departure could proceed. The rapid response underscores ongoing security measures aimed at ensuring traveler safety amid threats that turn up in unexpected places.
Investigations into the source of the threats are ongoing, with no injuries reported so far. Authorities say the aim is to determine credibility while minimizing disruption to passengers and operations. The incidents come as a second bomb scare involving IndiGo within 24 hours in the region, prompting renewed emphasis on airport security protocols.
